Wind Alert issued for Oct 12, 2022
From Environment Canada:
Special weather statement in effect for:
- Niagara Falls - Welland - Southern Niagara Region
- St. Catharines - Grimsby - Northern Niagara Region
Strong winds expected today.
Hazards:
Wind gusts of 70 to 90 km/h.
Stronger wind gusts will be possible in showers or thunderstorms.
Timing:
Beginning this afternoon and ending overnight tonight.
Impacts:
Gusty winds can damage soft shelters, tents and awnings at outdoor events.
Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage.
High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches.
Discussion:
Strong southerly winds will develop ahead of a cold front this afternoon. Winds will ease this evening or overnight with the passage of the front.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
More details on the alert are available here.
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